SHL OUTSTANDING GRADUATES SHL OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Looking back on my academic years in DHMP, I would like to thank RP for the well – rounded education I received as well as for the personal growth and development experienced in areas did not expect.

RP pushed me to greater heights developing interpersonal skills through their concept of ProblemBased Learning (PBL). had the opportunity to contribute to RP as a student by volunteering, gaining leadership experience and being involved in a film to raise Mental Health Awareness – Breaking Barricades. I was involved in conceptualizing and creating a product aimed at addressing the mental health stigma. Our hard work paid off, with the film winning the Open Category of the First Shots Film Festival and was a finalist in the Singapore’s Mental Health Film Festival. In addition, also had the opportunity to be a host on RP’s official podcast, where I got to interview alumni and industry partners on a topic that was very close to my heart and this course that was studying, the Care Economy and the Healthcare Industry in Singapore.

One significant achievement in RP would be clinching the Higher Year Scholarship – The Max Lewis Scholarship Award, which I have my Programme chair, Mr Lyon Lai and my mentor, Mr Aaron Chen Angus, to thank for. Without such great supporting figures, I wouldn’t have made it this far. am also truly humbled by the many other awards and prizes that I managed to attain in my time in RP. Undoubtedly, these awards aren’t meant to be a self-assured hubris, though they do serve as a good reminder of the fruits of my hard work and how much have benefitted from my lecturers’ ceaseless encouragement and their constant faith in me, and continuous support from my family.

RP has imbued in me what would like to call the ABC. A represents an Attitude of Gratitude. While classes got tougher through the semester, learnt how to redirect my focus and retain a positive outlook by being grateful for the things and people have in my life. B stands for always Believing in myself and the potential that know hold. Lastly, C is having the utmost Confidence and trust that would be able to brave through the storms and challenges that come my way. In a nutshell, RP has equipped me with the relevant skillset and a positive attitude towards learning for the workplace.

Lastly, would like to express my profound gratitude to my family, SHL Director, Programme chair and my lovely lecturers from the SHL Diploma in Health Management & Promotion (DHMP), who nurtured me throughout my RP journey. I would also like to give a shout-out to my mentor, Mr Aaron Chen Angus for his undivided support, motivation, encouragement and affirmation, always pushing me to become the best version of myself.

To my fellow 2023 graduating cohort, I’d like to extend my heartiest congratulations and hats off to celebrating this brilliant achievement together! Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors and never let anyone dim the light in you.

Phoebe Lim Jia Yi

My three years in RP passed by quickly, I had secured a spot in DSES through the EAE Programme, so I could start pursuing my career aspiration of becoming a PE teacher. will never regret making this crucial decision and am thankful for all the opportunities RP had offered me throughout my 3 years there. With RP’s problem-based learning (PBL) approach, feel confident and wellequipped with the necessary skills to tackle real-world problems . It has taught me critical thinking skills and how to voice my ideas. The internship stint had with a MOE primary school was also one of the most fulfilling experience I’ve had which only served to confirm my career aspiration.

Apart from academics, RP allowed me to make the most out of my time outside of the classroom, by offering a wide range of Co-Curricular Activities for students like me to choose from. As a member of the dragon boat team, I had not only grown stronger physically but also mentally where I learned to persevere through the tough training sessions. have become more resilient and am able to bounce back from failures quickly. I also had the opportunity to represent RP in competitions such as the POL-ITE and Pesta Sukan. As an EXCO member in the Student Council, I had the opportunity to improve my leadership and soft skills. I was involved in the planning of the Freshman Orientation Programme and even participated in volunteer works to give back to society. These experiences have nurtured me to be a better citizen of society.

I would like to thank RP, my lecturers, friends and family for supporting and guiding me in this journey. Without my passionate, encouraging and knowledgeable lecturers, will not be where I am today. As I embark on this new chapter, I will not forget what RP has done for me and am excited to work towards my dream of being a PE teacher.

Congratulations to the class of 2023 and all the best!